2018 Dear Gaza Block Party Minneapolis, MN, US
DEAR GAZA is an inspiring artist showcase and fundraiser that houses a grassroots community which fosters international humanitarian issues through local initiatives. An event that hosts spoken word poetry, dance, interactive art making, food, live music, and more from conscious artists in solidarity with the Gaza strip. This event, now in its fourth year, continues to provide a powerful platform for artistic expression and conversation. Since its inception, Dear Gaza has raised ninety thousand dollars which was matched to five million dollars worth of medical aid for families in the Gaza Strip with the help of our NGO partner Anera’s (Americans Near East Refugee Aid) In-Kind Medical Donations Program.Music: Click Bait, DJ WNDRLND,Taylor Seaberg, Tufawon, Nataanii Means, & Talia Knight
Poetry:Raymond Kindva
Dance: Al-Raad Dabke & Nakita Kirchner
9/29/18
2017 Dear Gaza Block Party Minneapolis, MN, US
Music: Greg Greace, DJ WNDRLND, Dua, Izell Pyramid, Egypto Knuckles, Rra, David Maxwell & Blanda, Taylor Seaberg, & Lula SalehPoetry: Tala Alfoqaha, Yara Daoud, Lula Saleh, & Dua
Dance: AlTaw’am & Leila Awadallah
Food: Collaboartion with Sameh Wadi’s World Street Kitchen
9/9/17
2016 The Garden, Minneapolis, MN, US
THE GARDEN is an immersive installation by Karmel Sabri. This site-specific installation will be growing in the North Co in NE for one day. Using nature and self-reflection as a motif, this piece aims to provoke deeper contemplation in our complacent position in society, questioning the allure of following the herd. Accompanied by live DJ sets and performances, this event is truly meant to immerse its audience into the concept. Join us at THE GARDEN and envelope yourself in art.
Music: WNDRLND, PHIB, NESS NITE , ZINA, RajiTheOne
Dance: Kelvin Wailey
Music: WNDRLND, PHIB, NESS NITE , ZINA, RajiTheOne
Dance: Kelvin Wailey
2016 Dear Gaza Block Party Minneapolis,
MN, US
Music: Toki Wright, Hello Psychaleppo, Maria Isa, Ayvah, DJ WNDRLND, Unknown Creatures, Dis-Play, Tarik, Tufawon, Egypto Knuckles
Poetry: Tala Alfoqaha, Emmanuel Ortiz, Sagirah Shahid, Lula Saleh, Duina Hernandez
Dance: Leila Awadallah
Food: Collaboartion with Sameh Wadi’s World Street Kitchen
*2016 Dear Gaza included a series of preliminary events leading up to the blockparty including a community BBQ and an outdoor public screening of the film “The Wanted 18”.
10/02/16
2016 Girls Club, Minneapolis, MN, US
GIRLS CLUB is a party/show celebrating women of color in Minneapolis. This night was dedicated to showcasing the art and music exclusively from women of color. The night included of live music, DJ sets, art, installations, and much more beautiful feminine energy.
Music: Lula Saleh, AYVAH, Destiny Roberts, Vanessa Duina Hernandez, Ness Nite DJ Sets: Sophia Eris, DJ KEEZY, Madre T Rosa
Performance: Dance by Leila Awadallah & Live Painting byPacha Galaviz
2015 Dear Gaza Block Party Minneapolis, MN, US
Music:Hello Psychaleppo, Guante, Ayvah, Villa Rosa, DJ WNDRLND, Lifted Mindz, Pseudoubt,Doks Robotiks, Nazeem & Spencer Joles, Dis PlayPoetry: Tala Alfoqaha, Emmanuel Ortiz, Keno Evol, Misty Rowan
Dance: Al’ Taw’am
Special Activities* Curated by Mizna
10/02/16
Dance: Al’ Taw’am
Special Activities* Curated by Mizna
10/02/16
2015 Rock
for Rasmea, Minneapolis, MN, US
Intermedia Arts
Rock for Rasmea was an inspiring multimedia arts event, which focussed on the notion of supporting Political Prisoners before they are deemed heroes. The Night successfully engaged youth by educating them about community leader Rasmea Odeh’s case in connection to broader political repression and all US political prisoners. We also raised funds for Rasmeah Odeh’s case.
2/21/15
Rock for Rasmea was an inspiring multimedia arts event, which focussed on the notion of supporting Political Prisoners before they are deemed heroes. The Night successfully engaged youth by educating them about community leader Rasmea Odeh’s case in connection to broader political repression and all US political prisoners. We also raised funds for Rasmeah Odeh’s case.
2/21/15
